Archive

Date

Carlisle United learn first round opponents in FA Youth Cup

Carlisle United have been handed an away tie against non-league opposition in the first round of the FA Youth Cup. The Blues' under-18s will take on Altrincham. The clash with the National League club was produced in the first round draw which

Date

Carlisle United teenager makes loan move to Workington Reds

Teenage Carlisle United prospect Sam Hetherington has joined Workington Reds on loan. The move sees the 18-year-old return to Borough Park for a second spell. Attacking midfielder Hetherington spent the second half of last season with the Reds

Date

Harrogate boss has his say on Carlisle United and Williamson

Harrogate Town boss Simon Weaver expects to encounter a Carlisle United side who are “well up for it” this weekend. And the visiting manager has urged his team not to be the one that helps to kickstart the Blues’ struggling campaign. Harrogate

Date

'High risk offender' flouted court order by calling his ex

A RESIDENT at a Carlisle probation hostel who was assessed as posing a "very high-risk" of serious harm to his ex-partner has been jailed for illegally contacting her. Darren Higginson, 52, who was sent to live in the city centre hostel after his

Date

Funding options for farmers roadshow

A COUNTRYSIDE watchdog is running a roadshow aimed at helping farmers with funding options for their businesses. The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) is hosting an Agricultural Transition Roadshow at Westmorland Showground at Milnthorpe

Date

Cumbria Police carry out a misuse of drugs warrant in Penrith

Eden Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out a Misuse of Drugs Act warrant in Penrith on October 17. Although the warrant was negative, Eden Police has expressed its commitment to acting on reports and intelligence in relation to drugs supply within

Date

A packed schedule of seasonal fun for all the family

From pumpkin picking and carving at Walby Farm Park near Carlisle and Grasmere’s Allan Bank to spooky storytelling at Brockhole Visitor Centre and Muncaster Castle, there’s a packed season of family events this autumn right across Cumbria. Sample

Date

M6: Wide load heading through Cumbria this weekend

Drivers travelling on the M6 are being urged to have patience this weekend as a wide load will be moving through the county. The National Grid will be moving the wide load on the M6 heading northbound between Heysham in Lancashire to Harker in

Date

'Youth justice plan' to be considered by councillors

A PROPOSED youth justice plan for the Cumberland area will be considered by councillors next month. Members of Cumberland Council's executive committee considered the Cumberland Youth Justice Plan 2024 - 2025 on Tuesday (October 15) at Cumbria

Date

Carlisle United fans plan tribute to Jay Cartmell

Carlisle United fans are being encouraged to join in a tribute to eight-year-old Jay Cartmell at this weekend's game. Moving tributes in the Cumbrian grassroots game have already been seen in memory of the boy who tragically died last month.

Date

Police concerned for welfare of missing Carlisle pensioner Harry Smith

Cumbria Police are appealing for the public's help in finding Harry Smith from Carlisle. The 75-year-old is described as being 5ft 8in tall with a slight build and bald.  Harry was last seen in person on October 13. Officers are concerned

Date

Prolific thief given drug rehabilitation for flouting shop ban

A PROLIFIC Workington thief who flouted a court order that bans him from the town's major shops must undergo drug rehabilitation. Colin Orr, 54, went into the town’s Marks & Spencer store earlier this week, when he was seen piling goods worth £240

Date

RECAP: A595 blocked in both directions due to multi-vehicle accident

Date

RECAP: Emergency services attend false alarm at Carlisle Lanes Shopping centre

Date

Former Carlisle United striker takes break from football for his mental health

Former Carlisle United striker Cedwyn Scott has taken a temporary break from football to seek help for his mental health. The forward, who now plays for fellow League Two club Notts County, said he has taken the step after a "difficult" time both

Date

Farmers warned of spike in quad bike thefts

FARMERS are being urged to be vigilant and increase security this autumn as quad bikes and ATVs continue to be targeted by thieves, new data from NFU Mutual and the National Rural Crime Unit (NRCU) reveals. There are concerns thieves may travel

Date

Youngster designs winning toadstool at annual event

A YOUNGSTER won a competition to design a toadstool which went on display at Egremont Crab Fair. Les Coan of Egremont Crab Fair committee tasked children with decorating a wooden toadstool to be exhibited at the popular event, held last month.

Date

Problem property in Penrith closed down by Eden Police

Eden Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) have secured a full closure order for a troubled property in Penrith following a previous partial closure last month. Police continued to receive reports of anti-social behaviour at the address in Castlegate

Date

Top three camera club images from our members

HERE are some of our favourite camera club images from members. These are the best three pictures from the News & Star Camera Club. Steven Coyles' image of the Chinese Gardens from Eden Bridges. Steven Coyles' image of the Chinese Gardens

Date

Police searching for missing teenager from Carlisle

Police are searching for missing Carlisle teenager, Callum Hewitson. Callum is 16-years-old and went missing from home in the early hours of October 17. He is described as white, of slim build, around 5ft 11ins tall, with dark brown hair.

Date

Can Blues make it seventh time lucky against bogey side Harrogate?

Carlisle United hope it will be seventh time lucky against bogey side Harrogate Town this weekend. The Blues have never beaten the Sulphurites in league football – and Saturday would be a perfect time to banish the jinx. The latest meeting

Date

Illegal visit to his mother's home lands homeless man with unpaid work

A HOMELESS Workington man who was locked out of his temporary accommodation got into trouble by spending the night at his mother's home, defying a court order. At Carlisle's Rickergate court, 39-year-old James MacDonald, who had been living at

Date

Drug-driver asked to complete drugs test told police, 'I will fail that'

A DRUG-driver who was stopped by police and asked to take a drugs test told the officer, ‘I will fail that’. Logan Corrie, 18, was driving a Seat Ibiza on Woodhouse Road in Whitehaven on April 3. He was seen by police driving in excess of the 30mph

Date

Road closures planned during 'essential' resurfacing work on A6071 in Brampton

'Essential' resurfacing works are to begin on the A6071 in Brampton.  The works are scheduled to start on Sunday, October 20, until Friday, October 25.  The work will take place daily from 7.00am to 6.00pm, weather permitting, which may result

Date

Work continuing on £1 million road upgrade in Frizington

Work is continuing on the £1 million upgrade project on the A5086 in Frizington. Cumberland Council have that due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’, some additional works will need to take place on Sunday 20 October, as they ‘improve’ this important

Date

Sainsbury's apologises customers as FSA issues 'do not eat' warning

Sainsbury’s has apologised to customers who have been issued a “do not eat” warning over one of the supermarket’s products. Sainsbury’s is recalling its own brand Onion Rings because they pose a possible health risk to some customers. The onion

Date

DWP update as thousands ordered to repay benefits over 'innocent mistake'

Debts unwittingly racked up by carers due to overpayments of their allowance should be written off immediately, the Government has been urged as it announced a review into the issue. Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall acknowledged the problem

Date

Freeview launching and closing channels amid 'important changes' to UK TVs

Freeview is making some changes including launching new channels and shutting others down.  So with that in mind, you might fancy giving your set-top box or TV a retune. The popular free-to-view service has just announced some 'important changes

Date

One Direction bandmates 'devastated' following Liam Payne's death

Liam Payne's One Direction bandmates have paid tribute to him following the singer's sudden death. Payne died after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina on October 16 aged 31.  Police in Buenos Aires shared that

Date

Stranded humpback whale returns to sea across from Solway Coast

A HUMPBACK whale has returned to sea after being stranded across from the Solway Coast for numerous hours.  On Tuesday, October 15, British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR) was alerted to the live stranded whale off the coast of Southerness in

Date

Drone flown at Carlisle Southern Link Road site to aid construction

Drones are being used to help with the construction of the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR). The CSLR will connect Junction 42 of the M6 with the A595 to the west. The route will include new junctions linking existing radial routes into Carlisle

Date

Labour win in Keswick by-election despite surge in Conservative support

Labour has held on to Keswick in a Cumberland Council by-election despite a surge in the Conservative vote share. The Conservatives also held onto Wetheral with Labour pushed into third place by the Liberal Democrats. By-elections were called

Date

Burglar who was 'desperate' to clear debts told to pay £1,100

A CASH-STRAPPED burglar who fled empty handed after attempting to raid a Carlisle store late at night has been left with an £1,100 debt to a court. The defence lawyer who represented 34-year-old Marc Austin said he committed the offence at The

Date

60 'affordable' Castles and Coasts Housing Association homes in Brampton approved

PLANS for 60 new affordable homes in Brampton have been unanimously approved by members of Cumberland Council's planning committee. Castles and Coasts Housing Association was hoping to develop a site on land to the south of Greenhill in the Cumbrian

Date

NOSTALGIA: A look at how Cumbrians have celebrated Halloween over the years

OCTOBER is here which means Halloween is just around the corner. It is the scariest time of the year, where people of all ages enjoy all things eerie and spooky. Halloween is a celebration acknowledged in many countries on October 31, which

Date

Inquest opens into death of 22-year-old found unresponsive by friends

AN inquest has been opened into the death of a 22-year-old Carlisle woman who was found unresponsive by friends after falling asleep. Molly Louise Butcher died in the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle on August 4, 2024. Assistant Coroner for

Date

Stoma bag campaigner speaks out after disabled toilet 'assault' at Adele concert

A woman from Brampton has called for more awareness of ‘invisible disabilities’ after being ‘assaulted’ at an Adele concert in Germany. Jess Storey, 28, was fitted with a stoma bag in September 2023 almost three years after her initial diagnosis

Date

Support a local animal rescue and find some bargains at two town events

A Cumbrian animal rescue centre is hosting fundraising events in Penrith this month to support its work and help it build new kennels.  Eden Animal Rescue, based in Newbiggin, will be at Penrith Leisure Centre on October 20 with a table top sale

Date

Yarn bombers and shopping centre team up to create 'stunning' remembrance display

REMEMBRANCE Day is set to be marked in Carlisle with a 'stunning' poppy display at The Lanes Shopping Centre. Local charity Carlisle Matters has teamed up with The Lanes to create the display ahead of Remembrance Day 2024. Carlisle Matters'

Date

New Andy's Man Club in Carlisle to launch in November

A charity is launching more weekly sessions for men struggling with their mental health across Cumbria. #ANDYSMANCLUB, a male suicide prevention charity, currently hosts Monday evening sessions to provide a safe, non-judgemental space for men to

Date

Dozens of city workers will walk out over poor pay and punishing targets

Dozens of workers at Lappet Manufacturing in Carlisle have voted to strike over poor pay and punishing targets. The workers, who weave high-end headscarves which are sold to the Saudi Arabian market, will walk out for 12 days throughout the next

Date

Cumbrian factory breached environmental permit 40 times in five years

A factory, alleged to be the source of an ongoing odour issue, breached or failed to comply with the terms of its environmental permit 40 times in the last five years. These breaches by Omega Proteins, an animal rendering plant in Penrith, were

Date

Emotive new film encourages potential foster carers to step forward in Cumbria

Cumbria Fostering has released an emotive new short film ‘Everything’, which shows the transformative effect of fostering on children and young people, to encourage potential carers to come forward in Cumbria. The new film, created in collaboration

Date

Traitors star to walk through north of England on charity trek

The Traitors star Andrew Jenkins is set to enter the north of England during his charity trek. The walk will see Mr Jenkins pass through parts of Cumbria, including Carlisle, in the next week. The Traitors finalist is walking 1,200km over 42

Date

Last chance to nominate your 'Best Curry House 2024'

CURRY house enthusiasts are urged to nominate their favourite for the News & Star's 'Best Curry House 2024' award. Online nominations for the award will close at midnight on Sunday, October 20, and ahead of this deadline, Cumbrian curry lovers

Date

Blues boss on 'honest' discussions since Wimbledon slump

Mike Williamson says he hopes to see the result of some “honest” discussions behind the scenes at Carlisle United after the Blues’ slump at AFC Wimbledon. United are preparing for a home clash with Harrogate Town this weekend following last Saturday

Date

Joint operation launched to tackle crime surge at Carlisle jewellers

A recent increase in crime at independent jewellers in Carlisle has prompted a joint operation launch. Cumbria Constabulary's neighbourhood policing team in the city have, with the Cumbria Safer Business Partnership and city-centre-based security

Date

100 Carlisle jobs on offer as delivery firms prepare for festive season

WITH just 10 weeks until Christmas, major parcel firms are ramping up recruitment efforts in Carlisle to meet the anticipated surge in demand as online shopping continues to boom. With more than 100 jobs up for grabs, major firms in the city such

Date

Chojinkai Karate Association celebrates 50 years since formation in Carlisle

CARLISLE's Chojinkai Karate Association is celebrating 50 years since it was formed in the city.  On Thursday, October 17 1974 Doug James, a former steel worker from Middlesbrough set up the first Chojinkai Karate club at Harraby Community Centre

Date

Shopping centre recognises team's 'hard work' during National Recycling Week

A Carlisle shopping centre has recognised the 'hard work' of its team during National Recycling Week 2024.  Recycle Week is held between Monday, October 14, and Sunday, October 20, and aims to 'motivate more people to recycle more of the right

Date

Goodfellows Menswear celebrates five years of business in Carlisle

A men's clothes shop in Carlisle has thanked the support of the local community after marking five years of business earlier this month.  Goodfellows Menswear set up as an independent business back in 2019, having previously been part of Carol's

Date

Carlisle Creative officially shuts down after five years in the city

The Carlisle Creative, a business which connected makers with the community through its pop-up shops, has sadly decided to dissolve.  Local duo Hannah Pearson and Rebecca Dockerty have been running the pop-ups at the Intro unit on Paternoster Row

Date

School's Year 12 students visit Anfield for university event

YEAR 12 students from Caldew School visited the home of Liverpool FC, Anfield, for a university event.  The event was held at Anfield on Tuesday, October 15 by UK University & Apprenticeship Search, a group that aims to 'ensure every student gets

Date

New deli to open in city market hall as owner hopes to expand on popular business

A NEW deli will open in Carlisle as the owner hopes to expand on her business and bring something that the public liked the idea of to the popular city market. Sue Spence, from Roweltown, Carlisle, has worked in various avenues of retail for many